Face Routine Before Bed: A Change Making Opportunity
Face Routine Before Bed: A Change Making Opportunity
Embarking on a new face routine before bed can initially seem like a daunting journey. With so many trends and recommendations, and potentially so many steps to add to your already busy day, as well so much money - it's no wonder maintaining complicated routines end up being too difficult.
We want to show you just the opposite - how easy it really is and how affordable it can be, to fine tune your face routine before bed.
Some face routines before bed may only have a couple of steps for some individuals - and there's nothing wrong with that. Sometimes a simple plan is the best plan. It depends on your personal needs at a particular time in your life. And your needs will change, from time to time. That's okay too.
Your skin may be drier in the winter, so only then, you might want to add a hydration serum or a nourishing oil. Or maybe you find that in the summer your skin seems more irritated and volatile because of the heat, so you then want to include a treatment to help quell inflammation.
A face routine before bed is not meant to be completely rigid and non-conforming. They can be as original as you are in this world. Just as our dietary needs may change from time to time or season to season, it's perfectly acceptable to adjusting our skin care routine as needed.
In this blog post, we’ll outline the actual documented benefits to having a face routine before bed, touch on the ingredients that you should consider trying because they’re so awesome, and then we’ll layout the generalized steps in the process of a good, hard working skin care routine for night. (Remember, some steps you’ll skip because you don’t need them, and that’s fine).
Our Ultra Repairing Night Cream is an excellent choice, if you're looking for a chemical free product stacked with active ingredients, at a great price.
Benefits of Having a Face Routine Before Bed
It’s a Prime Opportunity to Address Skin Ailments or Issues. Most of us are time constrained in the morning and want to minimize steps in the process of starting our day. Night time is the perfect time to step back in bring in those steps that we now have a few extra minutes to focus on.
Some Ingredients Are Better Performers at Night. Some ingredients, like alpha hydroxy acids or stronger retinoids, just do better at night. You can use them during the day with an effective sunscreen, but it’s better to use them at night. They can cause the skin to be more sensitive to UV light and to avoid that altogether, using them in the evening is optimal.
It’s the Self Care You Are Craving and Need. We start our day and go through the day doing things for other people. It can be hours before you acknowledge yourself or look in a mirror. Taking a few minutes at night to reflect on yourself and all of your wonderful qualities, while going through your skin care night routine, it is a great way to reconnect with yourself.
It’s a Way to Create Separation from A Stressful Day. The very action of gently washing away the cares of the day and thoughtfully applying products to your skin can be soothing. It can also be the time when you let go of your day, whatever transpired, and allow yourself the reprieve of night to refill your tank so you’re ready for tomorrow.
Great Face Routine Before Bed Ingredients to Try
Alpha Hydroxy Acids. There are a few variations of acids to help you achieve your skin care goals, and different strengths, as well as variations in products to use them. They can be in your cleanser, or your moisturizer, or your treatment. However you decide to try them, one thing is most certain: they benefit pretty much everyone. From acne suffers to those concerned about the signs of aging, alpha hydroxy acids are wonderful for helping fix those issues.
Plant Based Retinol. There are prescription strength retinoids that are harsh and expensive, and then there are optimal plant derived retinoids that are the best choice and virtually beneficial to every skin type. Plant based retinoids are much better for your skin and can be found in a variety of ingredients like sea buckthorn berry oil, carrot seed oil, and rosehip seed oil.
Niacinamide. Niacinamide can most certainly be used in the daytime OR nighttime. Either way you’ll reap great benefits from this active ingredient superstar. The suggestion though to use it at night has a purpose: Niacinamide plays nice with some finicky ingredients at are typically used at night, like retinol, exfoliating acids, or vitamin c.
Neem. Neem oil has been used for centuries by a variety of cultures to promote skin rejuvenation and wound healing, as well as reducing inflammation and acne. Why do we recommend using it at night? It can be a slightly heavier oil, not optimal for day use, and the smell is a bit earthy and probably a better nighttime choice.
Peptides. Another ingredient that can be used during the day OR night, but we’re putting it on the nighttime list because the daytime routine list (as we mentioned) can be short and rushed, so taking a moment to include peptides at night is a highly beneficial move.
Resveratrol. Once again, another ingredient that can be used in the daytime as well as at nighttime, but here’s a key point in including it in your nighttime skin care routine: Your body is already going to be in repair mode at night. Adding resveratrol, an antioxidant, at night will help maximize that process.
The Essential Steps of a Nighttime Facial Regimen
Step 1: Makeup Removal and Cleansing
The foundation of any effective evening skincare routine is thorough makeup removal and cleansing. Even if you don't wear heavy makeup, this step is crucial for removing sunscreen, pollutants, and other impurities that accumulate on your skin throughout the day.
A great option is our Moon Glow Cleansing Cream, which will help to remove all cosmetics and impurities. Apply and gently massage to dissolve makeup. Use a soft, clean cloth or cotton pad to wipe away the residue.
Step 2: Exfoliation (2-3 times per week)
Exfoliation is a crucial step in any skincare routine, but it's particularly beneficial when done in the evening. By sloughing away dead skin cells, you're not only improving skin texture but also enhancing the penetration of subsequent products.
Those with sensitive skin should opt for gentler formulations, like our Ginger, Quince & Clove Ultra Gentle Scrub. Always follow the product instructions and be careful not to over-exfoliate, which can lead to irritation and sensitivity.
Step 3: Treatment Serums
Serums are concentrated formulations designed to target specific skin concerns. They typically contain a higher concentration of active ingredients compared to moisturizers, making them powerful additions to your nighttime routine.
Apply a few drops of serum to your face and neck, gently patting it into your skin. If using multiple serums, apply them from thinnest to thickest consistency.
Customers love our Nighttime Recovery Serum which is safe for all skin types. It's a great addition to your face routine before bed.
Step 4: Eye Care
The delicate skin around our eyes requires special attention. An eye cream can help address concerns like fine lines, puffiness, and dark circles.
Apply a small amount of product using your ring finger, as it exerts the least pressure. Gently pat the product around the orbital bone, avoiding the eyelids unless the product specifically states it's safe for use there.
Consider our five star rated Coffee & Cocoa Butter Eye Balm, which contains all of the proven ingredients you need for smoother, line free, depuffed eyes.
Step 5: Moisturizer
Moisturizing is a crucial step in any skincare routine, but it's particularly important at night. While we sleep, our skin loses more water than during the day, a process known as transepidermal water loss. A good nighttime moisturizer helps lock in hydration and supports the skin's natural repair processes.
Apply your moisturizer in gentle, upward motions, paying extra attention to areas prone to dryness like the cheeks and around the mouth.
Our Ultra Repairing Night Cream is an excellent choice, if you're looking for a chemical free product stacked with active ingredients, at a great price.
Step 6: Facial Oils
For those with dry or mature skin, adding a facial oil can provide an extra boost of nourishment. Oils can help seal in moisture and provide additional nutrients to the skin.
If incorporating an oil, apply it after your moisturizer. Warm a few drops between your palms and press gently into your skin.
Our Sweet Dreams Restorative Night Oil is the perfect choice to finish off your nighttime skincare routine:
Conclusion
It can seem like there are many steps to taking care of your skin, but it's not supposed to be that overwhelming. Finding the right face routine before bed that meets your own personal needs can be quite easy. Just stick to the steps you actually feel like you need. Not everyone wants a toner, or a facial oil - and you can always adjust it as you go along.
As our needs change, from time to time, season to season - be aware of those potential changes and you'll stay on top of your present needs.